Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Bolton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bolton

With a population of 141,331, Bolton is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Bolton to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Bolton

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Courthouse Restaurant & Bar (4 Mawdsley Street) and Nam Ploy Authentic Thai Dining (The Linkway) are great picks.

When to visit Bolton

Bolton in March
Estimated hotel price
£56
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bolton in March
Estimated hotel price
£56
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bolton

Plane

Although Bolton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 17 miles from Bolton. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Bolton departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Bolton is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 173 miles from Bolton. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Bolton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 17 miles from Bolton. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Bolton departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Bolton is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 173 miles from Bolton. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Airports near Bolton

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Bolton

Lufthansa
Good (8,229 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,567 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,195 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,059 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,478 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,539 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,644 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,725 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,653 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,138 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,965 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,211 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,555 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,529 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,466 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,589 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bolton

There are also lots of holiday rental options in Bolton, with prices from £8 to £880 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Bolton are about 5% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bolton

Most booked hotels in Bolton

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Holiday Inn Express Wigan By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£48+
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Bolton Stadium Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£64+
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The Wrightington Hotel & Health Club
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£88+
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Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£76+
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Holiday Inn Bolton Centre By IHG
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£65+
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Village Hotel Manchester Bury
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
£67+
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Hiring a car in Bolton

Hiring a car in Bolton costs £34 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Bolton.

Expect to pay £1.62 per litre in Bolton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.33 and £25.77. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Bolton, while also 72% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Bolton costs £34 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Bolton.

Expect to pay £1.62 per litre in Bolton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.33 and £25.77. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Bolton, while also 72% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car hire deals in Bolton

Mini

2 adults, 2 Bags

£25/day

Mini

Economy

2 adults, 2 Bags

£26/day

Economy
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